Fatal “Hit & Run” Accident In Burbank

Pedestrian accidents are a particular concern as they often lead to serious accident injuries, and in some cases fatal injuries. A seen in Chicago area pedestrian accidents, many of which have been summarized on this site, a broad range of injuries can result when someone is hit by a vehicle.

There have been a number of recent Chicago-area pedestrian accidents which have resulted in serious injuries or fatal injuries.

On Saturday (June 16, 2018) there was a pedestrian accident in Burbank, which resulted in three people being struck by a car in Burbank. At the time of the crash, three people – a 29-year-0ld mother and her 9-year-old son and 6-year-old sister – were attempting to cross the street at 86th Street and Cicero Avenue at 9:45 p.m. At that time, they were hit by a gray sedan, which then left the accident scene (i.e. the collision was a “hit & run” accident.) Some media sources indicate that at the time of the crash, the mother and her children were walking in a crosswalk.

The boy, later identified as Caleb Bell, of Chicago, died from his accident injuries. According to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, he was declared dead at 12:24 a.m. Sunday morning.

The mother and daughter were injured and hospitalized.

Images of the car indicate a gray, four-door car. Police say that the car likely has front-end damage. Those with information regarding the driver of the car and/or the fatal accident are asked to contact Burbank Police at 708-924-7300.

Should you be involved in a car accident, there are certain actions you should take in order to protect your rights. You should not assume – especially without proper legal representation – that you will receive appropriate compensation for your injuries, hardships and/or losses. To speak directly with a trial lawyer from Elman Law Group immediately, call (773) 392-8182 at any time. There is no fee for this consultation.